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Top 5 Cities in Portugal for Gay Retirees | Queer Money Ep. 596
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Portugal’s calling—and she’s wearing designer sunglasses. 🌈✨
On this week’s Queer Money, we’re spilling the pastel de nata on the top 5 cities in Portugal for gay retirees. From the chic beaches of Cascais to the colorful streets of Lisbon, we cover where to live fabulously (and affordably-ish). But watch your wallets, darlings—new tax changes could have you paying more than you planned.
We’ll break down what’s changing, how it could impact your Social Security and retirement income, and why you definitely need a tax pro before you pack your caftans.
Which Portuguese paradise has a 10/10 Queer Money Retirement Rating? Tune in to find out—and start planning your escape.
Takeaways:
- ✅ The top 5 most LGBTQ+-friendly cities in Portugal for retirement—complete with costs, perks, and downsides
- ✅ Portugal’s end to the Non-Habitual Resident tax regime and why it could mean a tax hit of up to 48%
- ✅ How to avoid getting double-taxed on Social Security and retirement accounts
- ✅ The Queer Money Retirement Ratings that help you compare your options at a glance
Chapters:
- 0:00 - Intro
- 0:33 - Portugal tax changes
- 3:30 - Series update
- 4:17 - Porto
- 5:58 - Lisbon
- 8:42 - Lagos
- 10:11 - Ericeira
- 11:52 - Cascais
- 13:58 - Wrap up
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